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Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views!

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12192 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Hendersonville, NC
  • Place, CMLC Florence Nature Preserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hickory Nut Gap Farm
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views!

Perched at the top of Bearwallow Mountain, Bearwallow Cottage is a private mountain retreat designed to travel—surrounded by views, room to gather, space to explore, and easy access to Asheville, Hendersonville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home combines the peaceful feeling of being away from it all with a spacious porch with sweeping mountain views, a stone fireplace, updated kitchen and baths, an outdoor fire pit, safe open space for children to play, and nearby hiking right from the mountain. Just 25 minutes from downtown Asheville, Bearwallow Cottage is the kind of stay guests book when they want privacy, scenery, and a true Western North Carolina mountain experience.

What You'll Love
* Private mountaintop setting on Bearwallow Mountain with beautiful Blue Ridge views
* Spacious front porch for lounging, birdwatching, outdoor dining, and taking in the scenery
* Private hot tub with mountain and forest views
* 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout with room for families and groups to spread out
* Wood-burning fireplace and light-filled great room with vaulted ceilings
* Updated kitchen and bathrooms for a comfortable, modern stay
* Large outdoor fire pit for s'mores, stories, and evenings under the stars
* Open outdoor space where children can play away from traffic
* Room to walk, explore, and enjoy the quiet mountain setting
* Walkable access to nearby off-site hiking trails on Bearwallow Mountain
* Easy access to Asheville, Hendersonville, Biltmore Estate, and the Blue Ridge Parkway
* Event-friendly setting when booked with Bearwallow Retreat, with pavilion access nearby

Home Features
4 bedrooms | 3 full bathrooms | Sleeps 12 in beds | Maximum occupancy: 13
* Open, light-filled interior with cozy contemporary mountain style
* Great room with vaulted ceilings, comfortable seating, and a wood-burning fireplace
* Fully equipped kitchen for vacation meals, family dinners, and group stays
* Main-level bedrooms and bathrooms, plus loft space and an additional full bath upstairs
* Updated bathrooms for added comfort and convenience
* Spacious layout for family vacations, friend getaways, wedding weekends, and celebration stays
* Plenty of indoor space to gather together or enjoy quiet time on your own

Outdoor Features
* Spacious front porch with private hot tub and breathtaking mountain and forest views
* Multiple porches, decks, and patios for fresh-air relaxation
* Large outdoor fire pit for starry nights and cool mountain evenings
* Private property with room for nature walks, outdoor play, and exploring
* Quiet setting ideal for birdwatching, wildlife spotting, and stargazing
* Walkable access to nearby Bearwallow Mountain hiking trails
* Peaceful mountain atmosphere with plenty of room to slow down and reconnect

Looking to bring a larger group or hold an event? There are 3 other homes and a pavilion available within walking distance. Ask our team for details.
Baby Bear at Bearwallow - Sleeps 4
Bearwallow Retreat - Sleeps 14
Bearwallow Lodge - Sleeps 14

Events Events are allowed at this property for up to 100 guests. ** Guests must book both the Bearwallow Retreat & Bearwallow Cottage for an event.**
NOTE: All events will have fees associated with hosting an event, and determined/finalized after speaking with the events director of the property. Please talk with a Yonder Guest Experience Specialist for a referral to the events director to discuss all that The Poplars at Bearwallow Mountain has to offer as an event space, as well as discuss costs associated for an event fee. The Pavilion has electricity, a sound system, lighting and water access. As well, enjoy the use, set up and break down of high quality tables and X back style chairs for your event.

Practical Details
* Paved roads lead most of the way to the home; Bearwallow Mountain Road is gravel but regularly used by standard vehicles
* Year-round access; 4WD is generally not required except during winter weather
* Internet speed: Download 16.87 Mbps | Upload 21.96 Mbps
* Pavilion heaters are only available to guests hosting a paid event
* Pavilion bathrooms are available to all guests
* Linens and towels provided, one set per guest
* Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
* Minimum booking age: reserving guest must be 25 or older

📍 Location Highlights
Hendersonville, NC | Located on Bearwallow Mountain
2 minutes → Bearwallow Mountain hiking trails
30 minutes → Downtown Hendersonville or Fairview (closest grocery store)
30 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
45 minutes → Downtown Asheville / The Biltmore Estate
50 minutes → Black Mountain
Easy access to Asheville's arts scene, restaurants, breweries, and shopping
Great home base for scenic drives, hiking, dining, and relaxing in the mountains

Extras with Yonder
* Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
* Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)

Professionally managed by Yonder, a local team focused on a smooth, standout stay.

⭐ Yonder Policies & Information

Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.

Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.

Pets
Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.

Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.

Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.

Payments
If booked more than 14 days before arrival, 50% is due at booking and the remaining balance is due 14 days before check-in. If booked 14 days or fewer before arrival, full payment is due at booking.

Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.

Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to CMLC Florence Nature Preserve. 1 hot tub, concierge services and laundry facilities are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • 7 minutes by car from CMLC Florence Nature Preserve and 12 minutes from Hickory Nut Gap Farm
Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views! offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,070 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 19
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Bearwallow Cottage | Mountain Cottage with Hiking, Biking, and Views! Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was excellent! Very clean and a nice private retreat for us. We also loved being so close to Asheville while still having the private cabin experience, 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyleigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fabulous time! Beautiful cabin with a beautiful view. Owners were very responsive. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Family Getaway

Brought our family for their first trip to see the Biltmore, the cabin was a perfect surprise for them. Everyone loved the views from the front porch each morning. The children thought having their own area upstairs was amazing. The entire place was so beautiful. Definitely will stay again !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

The location is picturesque and the amenities are fantastic. Perfect place for family gatherings. There was so much to do that we essentially never left the property. Very well appointed and well maintained. We have already recommended it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cabin

We rented three of the cabins and had such a great stay. The cabins were all amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta, Framingham

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for my wedding party!!

Wow what a gorgeous place and stay! The views alone and five star, add a hot tub in the mix and this is a gold stay! Thank you very much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cottage!

The cottage was wonderful! We really enjoyed this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas getaway

Our family wanted a getaway after Christmas to go see the lights at Biltmore. We all agreed to stay in something with more mountain "charm", and we were not disappointed with Bearwallow Cottage! We arrived late afternoon and were pleased to see the pavilion decorated with lights, as well as our cottage and very own Christmas tree!!! The kitchen had all we needed, the beds were on the firm side (which we prefer), the bathrooms were just right , we had plenty of room for our family of 7 both watching TV and at the dining room table. There was a bit of dust in the windows, but the view, the pavilion pickleball, the porch and the hot tub more than made up for that. Although it is a bit outside of Asheville, it was close to several hikes and Chimney Rock. The unpaved road was manageable for both our 4 wheel drive vehicles and one 2 wheel drive SUV and the directions were spot-on. We also had plenty of parking for our 3 vehicles. Thank you Bearwallow Cottage for a lovely visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B., Indianapolis. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning views from the large windows

We chose a fall time to visit snd the colors didn’t disappoint. The cabin was clean and inviting. The biggest challenge is driving the mountain road to get there as the pavement becomes narrow gravel road with many twists and turns.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain trip with friends

The view is stunning. Very clean and maintained property. Would 100 percent recommend. Only issue we had was the hot tub was not warm the first day. The water was low and had not been heating prior to us getting there. It was resolved by the next day and was able to be used.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

Great mountain property and easily accessible. Enjoyed watching the butterflies from the front porch with gorgeous mountains in the background. Home has everything you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

A restful mountain retreat

Bearwallow Cottage was most relaxing! The porch makes the house. We spent a lot of time sitting relaxing, watching morning fog roll in making the hillside meadow dramatic, or watching the stars and moonlight at night. There are several rewarding hikes from the house with panaromic views at the top of the mountain. Great place for a family get together. Even during this year's summer heat waves, the temperature was more than pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful mountain retreat

We had a wonderful stay at Bearwallow. As a family, we were celebrating my MIL’s 80th b-day. Her sister was traveling from Arkansas to surprise her and family was visiting from Oregon as well as the SC coast. The cottage was gorgeous and the family loved the nearby hiking trails. One of our favorite pastimes was hanging out on the porch, enjoying the views, the quiet and the sweet sounds of nature. My SIL rounded the corner one evening, thinking she’d heard a deer. Much to our surprise, it was a mama bear and two cubs. We stayed a safe distance but were thrilled to see such a site so the cottage definitely lived up to its name. The cottage was roomy and we found all we needed in the kitchen. We were THRILLED to actually find a CLEAN grill for our use! Most places, it seems like the grill always needs cleaning but not here. The beds were super comfy. My only suggestion would be to add a grab bar in the downstairs bathrooms for added safety. That would be helpful for older guests and the downstairs guests did mention the tubs were a bit slippery. Most places have a guest book where you can find directions for certain things like operating the hot tub. We didn’t find one but there were a few directions posted near the door that were helpful. We had a fabulous time and we would love to come back again! Thanks for a wonderful stay and a great adventure for memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Salisbury

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Mountain Trip

We absolutely loved this house! The setting was beautiful. One family member who is in a wheelchair had no problem getting into and around the house. The view from the deck is worth a trip! Everything was clean and pleasant. The kitchen was well stocked. We tend to use a lot of towels, so we brought a couple of our own just in case. Still, there were towels there and a washer/dryer that worked very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin

Great cabin, fabulous location, and highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bearwallow Cabin

This property is amazing! So much space and it is very well maintained. The covered front deck is amazing and has beautiful views. Alan the owner is very kind and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

The house was just what we were looking for. Great place, accurately represented.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend visit with friends and family. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The hot tub worked great, tons of firewood ready to burn, and easy checkout. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace of Heaven in Fairview

This property was absolutely beautiful. The house was just as described and came very well equipped. Everything you could possibly need was there. There were lots of extra touches like towels for the hot tub, Laundry detergent, hand soap, etc. The views are amazing and we loved that there are hiking trails right off the property. The roads getting up and down the mtn are a little precarious. So be prepared for a gravel one lane road. But otherwise, we couldn't have asked for anything more.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Paradise

This is the place to be! We had three families and between the pickle-ball court that doubles as a scooter pavilion for the kids, the hiking trails and hot tub, we had the most amazing adventure. Alan, the owner, was a delight and very considerate. It was a chilly weekend but the house was cozy and warm and a perfect, “nice but not too nice” vacation rental to have kids enjoy. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Gorgeous views

This property is perfectly situated on a mountain top. The back porch (where we stayed the majority of our visit) was awesome. Bird watching, sunrises and sunsets and the beautiful mountain breeze! Perfect get away. The owners were so helpful and welcoming. All our questions were answered quickly and they provided tons of information on the area. Excellent hosts! This property is outstanding in every way.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Secluded living at its finest.

Wow, this is a really great property. The house is neatly appointed and very comfortable. We cooked several meals and all the necessary supplies were at hand. The house is about 25 minutes by car from downtown Asheville. The road leading to the home turns to narrow gravel for the last little bit but aside from a little washboard, it was well maintained and easy to navigate in a passenger car. The back deck of the house is one of the nicest features, offering up views of the valley below and mountains in the distance. Annie and Alan were very attentive owners. Their attention to detail made the stay all the sweeter. If you're looking for a quiet place a little out of town, look no further.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Great cabin with gorgeous views!

We celebrated a bachelorette weekend for my daughter and her bridesmaids and the cabin was perfect! We cooked several meals in the kitchen and it was well stocked with all the pots & pans and cooking utensils we needed. Also, the large table was perfect for our big group! The beds were very comfortable and the cabin was exceptionally clean! We had a great time shopping in Asheville and then apple picking at Sky Top Orchards! Would love to come back to explore Chimney Rock and the Biltmore!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018